Through a dedicated career of patient care, with trials, troubles and rare compliments, ... to beastly tribulations!

Chapters of undignified grizzles and grunts, belly aches, tears, et al,

You occasionally received an appreciative nod, hint or smile, of gratitude and appreciation!

Your historic book of life, travelled a long, and rocky road which now earns a conclusion.

Your life has been so busy filled with mountains of audit and justification, with achievement rarely recognised!

A loving and grateful husband has asked "Trees for Life" to plant a grove of native trees especially in your honour, somewhere in the Caledonian Forest to celebrate this Christmas 2007 and your forthcoming retirement.

Many families and friends will miss your sparkle at work.